Kathy Bullock
Singing in the Spirit: The African American Sacred Music Tradition
Thursday, January 18 at 7 pm EST
The Brattleboro Women’s Chorus will be singing music from the African diaspora this spring. To kick off our spring session and put our repertoire in context, we welcome Dr. Kathy Bullock to lead a virtual workshop on Zoom on Thursday, January 18 at 7 pm. This event is open to the public. Are you also interested in singing with the chorus this spring? Learn more here!
Singing in the Spirit: The African American Sacred Music Tradition
Spirituals and gospel music are much more than pleasing songs to listen to—they are powerful representations of the triumphant spirit and faith that have defined African-American music and people. Bullock takes the audience on a musical journey from West Africa, through the middle passage, to the North American shores where the African-American culture was forged. Through songs, stories, and performance, this participatory program lets the audience experience the beauty, joy, and power of this music and culture.
Dr. Kathy Bullock is an educator, scholar, singer, accompanist, arranger and choral conductor who specializes in gospel music, spirituals and classical works by composers from the African diaspora. A Professor Emerita of Music from Berea College in Berea, Kentucky, she is currently teaching, performing, and conducting workshops and other programs on African American music throughout the United States, Europe, and Africa.
This workshop is open to any singer, near or far. The cost is on a sliding scale of $15-$25 per person. Registration for this event has ended.